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Surf

Rob and Kelly Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Surfing’s Greatest High Five

Wednesday December 16, 2015

And The Inertia's 5th birthday!

The Inertia
Staff
Creators

Leah Dawson Might Save Women’s Surfing

Tuesday November 10, 2015

“My biggest compliment is not that I surf like a man, but that I surf like a woman.”

Zach Weisberg
Staff
Surf

ICON: Alex Gray

Tuesday December 23, 2014

By dealing with the death of his brother through a heroin overdose, Alex Gray personifies the resilience of the human spirit in chasing the ocean's outer limits through surfing giant waves.

The Inertia
Staff
Films

HI-5: The True Story of Rob Machado, Kelly Slater, and Surfing’s Greatest Heat

Tuesday December 15, 2015

The true story behind one of the most iconic moments in surfing: Rob Machado and Kelly Slater's high five.

The Inertia
Staff

Surf

Surf

‘The Last Great Summer Day’: A Tribute to How Fast It All Flies By

Brad Jacobson
Community
Surf

Two Local Favorites Eliminated Early at the Tahiti Pro

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Where Has Bali’s Fresh Water Gone?

Ben Mondy
Community
Surf

Surf School Settles Lawsuit Against Newport Beach

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Lance’s Right Was Perfect on the Evening of August 8th

Alexander Haro
Staff
Surf

Italo Ferreira Reclaims Championship Tour Lead From Leo Fioravanti

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Gallery: Day 3 Was a Banger at Teahupo’o

Juan Hernandez
Staff
Surf

Why Northern Nicaragua Is the Ideal Place to Score Barrels

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Kelly Slater’s Advice Led to an All-Time Heat for Griffin Colapinto

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

A Veteran Lifeguard From Maine Was Dragged Under by Great White Shark

Cooper Gegan
Staff
Surf

Kelly Slater’s Post-Heat Interview Was Just as Good as His 19-Point Performance

Evan Quarnstrom
Staff
Surf

Rip Curl Cup Padang Padang on High Alert for August 11

Juan Hernandez
Staff
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The Inertia
Founded in 2010, The Inertia is the definitive voice of surf and outdoors. We approach the natural world and its devoted culture with curiosity, optimism, and respect. We take pride in bringing our passion for the oceans and mountains to life through original films, reporting, and monumental gatherings. We aim to make a positive impact on our planet through partnerships with nonprofits working hard to preserve earth’s sacred places.

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